Sheila Cicchetti
Orbisonia,PA
Summary
With a proven track record at Lifecare Hospital of Mechanicsburg, I excel in delivering compassionate communication and expert patient hygiene assistance. My adeptness in multitasking and organization, coupled with a commitment to HIPAA compliance, has significantly enhanced patient care quality. Achievements include a marked improvement in patient satisfaction and efficiency in emergency response. Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers. Certified nursing assistant offering several years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Embassy of Huntingdon
Huntingdon, PA
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
CNA
Fulton County Medical Center
McConnellsburg, PAv
02.2019 - 03.2019
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
CNA
Lifecare Hospital of Mechanicsburg
Mechanicsburg, PA
05.2015 - 04.2017
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
CNA
Foxsubacute
Mechanicsburg, PA
09.2012 - 04.2014
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
CNA Schooling - Certified Nursing Assintence
Employment Skills Center
Carlisle, PA09-2012
Skills
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Toileting assistance
- Wound care
- Conflict resolution
- Health monitoring
- Basic life support
- Multitasking and organization
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care
- Lifting and transferring
- Emotional support
- Feeding assistance
- End-of-life care
- Bathing assistance
- Emergency response
- Infection control practices
- Dressing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Active listening
Certification
- I have Experience with dementia, Ventilator patient care, CPR Experience, Helping a wound doctor When needed.
Timeline
CNA
Embassy of Huntingdon
09.2023 - 02.2025
CNA
Fulton County Medical Center
02.2019 - 03.2019
CNA
Lifecare Hospital of Mechanicsburg
05.2015 - 04.2017
CNA
Foxsubacute
09.2012 - 04.2014
CNA Schooling - Certified Nursing Assintence
Employment Skills Center
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